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Forest conditions are still maintained and the existence of a clear river makes Mount Puntang as an ideal place for camping. Many options to set up a tent, could be in the open field or into the forest canopy. But if you decide not to camp, Mount Puntang provides some traditional cottage that you can rent.

You can go to the location of Mount Puntang from Bandung south toward Banjaran. The tollroad Moh. Toha or Buah Batu can be used. After passing the Banjaran town square and market, there is a junction, choose which to Pangalengan (turn left). Approximately 4 km from this junction, you will meet again in the junction at Cimaung village. If its straight will be headed Pangalengan, so select that to the left. The road will continue climb, continue your journey until the end of the street, there is the main entrance to Mount Puntang.

You have to take back the trip if you want to camp locations. The road conditions is rocky and up. Parking your vehicle around the stalls are on site, and asked permission to the proprietor. If you use a motor bike you should parking on the edge of stall or shop owners usually advise a safe parking location. Do not forget to tell the purpose of your coming and how many nights you are going camping to the proprietor. You can complete the supplies or your camping gear at these stalls.

There are several places where (block) to camp, including around the pool size. In this place there is the former reservoir pool, his condition was no longer watery. The pool is located in the form of an open field, you can enjoy the very beautiful view of the slopes of Mount Malabar. To get water, you can go down to the river or stream at the end of the pool size.

If you want to stay in traditional cottage situated close to the entrance of Mount Puntang. From this traditional cottage you can walk around the area of Mount Puntang. The cool air and pine trees that grew dominate this region provide a fresh atmosphere. You can see the remnants of collapsed buildings in the era of former Dutch and Dutch Cave during the trip around the region.

TICKETS

Individual: 5.000 Rupiah
Motor Cycle: 2.000 Rupiah
Car: 5.000 Rupiah
Bus/Truck: 10.000 Rupiah
Traditional Cottage: 200.000 Rupiah / night

Source : Balarea

The Beauty of Mount Puntang, Bandung Regency - West Java

Ranca Upas is one of the quite famous campsite for nature activity. This place is usually used as a location for Education and Training of Nature Lovers or the family camping. Forests in the north its still maintained with the geographical conditions of the mountains, and Mount Patuha in the south stand firm.

There are many camping sites in Ranca Upas, including the Leuweung Tengah. As the name implies Leuweung (in Sundanese means Forest) Tengah (Middle), a lush forest with sloping contours are in the middle between Mount No Name (2020 mdpl), Mount Kolotok and Mount Tikukur. His position in the north of Ranca Upas. Then there is Mount Tunduh located not far from the entrance. Ranca Upas facility in some detail. Praying, toilets, parking and Information Office can be found in the middle of the area. Shops located at the east side of the area besides providing food and beverages, firewood is also available which you can buy. For those of you who do not want to bother setting up camp, Ranca Upas camping grounds providing a villa that you can rent, its position adjacent to the earlier facilities. Hot spring is also available at the ranch Upas, its position in the west region adjacent to the Mount Tunduh.

In addition to the campground, Ranca Upas also the captive deer. You can see this deer directly from a special place in the form of a stage with sufficient altitude. Wire fenced captivity about two feet, when the deer's position was far from the stage, you can walk around the enclosure to be close to the deer. But must be silent possible, because if there is significant movement or noise would make this deer away.

Achievement to the location Ranca Upas is easy. The position as far as 47 km south of Bandung. When using the tollroad should be out at the Kopo or Moh. Toha then continue the journey toward Soreang ago Ciwidey. After going through Ciwidey, go on to enter the area by lush pine trees, Location Ranca is not far from here. The main entrance of Ranca Upas on the right side of the road.

The atmosphere is cool with the shade of trees and mountain peaks to the special appeal of this Ranca Upas. Your eyes will be spoiled by that scenes. The mist that shrouded the area in the morning plus sunshine makes the ideal location for those who need refreshing at the weekend.

Tickets

Individual: 5.000 Rupiah
Camping /person & /day: 5.000 Rupiah
Motor Cycle: 2.000 Rupiah
Car: 5.000 Rupiah
Bus/Truck: 10.000 Rupiah
Villa /night: 600.000 Rupiah

Source : Balarea

Ranca Upas, South Bandung Regency - West Java

A. Brief Information

Ijen Crater is an active mountain that is also part of Alas Purwo National Park located in the district of Banyuwangi, East Java Province. Administratively, Ijen Crater lies amidst two districts that are Bondowoso and Banyuwangi districts.
Ijen Crater is situated at an altitude of 2.443 meters, and has ever erupted several times in 1976, 1817, 1913, and 1936. For that reason, a phosphoric pond was created and now, Ijen Crater is known as the biggest sulphuric lake in the world.


B. Distinctive Overview

Feel free to enjoy the magnificent view of coffee plantation on the slope of Mount Ijen, a mount where Ijen Crater is situated at. Coffee produced from the location even is exported to the US, Japan, and China.

Find also the wonderful scenery of Banyupahit Waterfall. The word Banyupahit (literally means bitter water) is derived from sulphuric substance of the water. Consequently, the water around the location looks green. While enjoying the sensation of phosphoric water in Banyupahit waterfall, enjoy the green scenery and fresh air of numerous canary trees growing in a row around the location.

Enough from enjoying nature tourism on the slope of the mount, you may continue the trip to Ijen Crater, which is approximately two to three kilometres away from the slope. A tiring journey, but all will be equally paid after you reach the peak. This 911 x 600 meters wide crater offers panoramic view of green sulphuric pond with 54 hectares and 40 million meters cubic sulphur substance within.

While enjoying the crater‘s loftiness, you will be amazed by several sulphur ferrymen who back and forth shoulder 85 – 120 kilograms of sulphur on their backs. They mine sulphur from the crater (peak) to the slope. An awesome view since the miners working hard to earn for a living by shouldering sulphur for about a kilometres, tracing footpath along the climbing lane.

In addition, August to September is the best time for you to have a visit to the mount since the number of Edelweiss grow everywhere in the mount.

C. Location

The entire area of Mount Ijen encompasses two sub-districts and two districts: Licin and Sempol sub-districts, and Banyuwangi and Bondowoso districts, East Java.

D. Access

To reach Mount Ijen, you can take any public transport or private cars as well. From Situbondo District, which is 90 km south of the mount, you can take public transport leading to Sempol Sub-district of Bondowoso District, spending about two or three hours. Soon after arriving at Sempol, you must continue the trip to the first check post (Paltuding), which is 15 kilometres away, by taking motorcycle transportation services provided by the local inhabitants.

From Banywangi, 15 kilometres north of the mount, you will need approximately 30 minutes to reach Licin Sub-district of the district of Banyuwangi. Then, go on to the first check post (Paltuding) by taking double-gear jeeps provided by the local people. For note, access to the location via this lane (Licin Sub-district) is much more difficult than via Sempol Sub-district, especially during the rainy season.

The first check post (Paltuding) is the start area for all climbers. It is around two to three kilometres away from the post to reach the peak of the mount. It is better to start climbing at dawn to avoid sulphuric dust. In addition, any climbing to the peak is closed at 2 p.m. Likewise, you are suggested to wear maskers for preventing the sulphuric air around the crater and during the climbing.

E. Ticket Price

In the confirmation process

F. Accommodation and other Facilities

Some accommodation services have been available to make you feel comfort during the climbing to the Mount Ijen. Some inns are ready for you who want to stay more nights in the location. Another facility is a wide parking area for your cars. Likewise, some food stalls offering typical foods of Bondowoso District can be easily found here.

Source : Wisata Melayu

Ijen Crater, Bondowoso District - East Java

A. Brief Information

Once you take a visit to Riau Islands Province, feel free to spend a few minutes visiting Lingga District. Here, you can catch sight of numerous historical sites, especially those dealing with the early history of Malay kingdoms and cultural civilization. Likewise, this is the right destination for you who are looking for tranquil holiday and nature lovers. One of the best nature tourism destinations is Mount Daik.

Amongst the Malay people, the below pantun has been certainly familiar with them.

Pulau Pandan jauh di tengah
Gunung Daik bercabang tiga
Hancur badan dikandung tanah
Budi baik dikenang juga

The above pantun says “Gunung Daik bercabang tiga” (Mount Daik branches off three). Taking a look from afar; the mount seems to have three peaks on it; that is why the local people call it Mount Daik “Branches off Three.” The highest peak is named Mount Daik, while the second one is Mount Pejantan, and the lowest peak is Mount Cindai Menangis.

Many assumptions spread over the people settling on the slope of the mount. They do believe that the mount is the residence of Bunian, a local language for ghost. However, those living on the coast are really sure that the mount is the residence of Datuk Kemuning and his wife. Above all, the surest assumption is that there is a sago factory that uses the name Gunung Daik as the brand of its product. “Sagu cap Ganung daik” is one of the factory‘s products that is famous for producing the best sago in Riau Islands Province.

B. Distinctive Features

Mystical atmosphere amidst the exotic scenery. Frightening but bewitching. That is perhaps the most appropriate description about the atmosphere of Mount Daik. When you reach the peak, thus you can feel the fresh air and tranquillity. Even more, you can watch the green scenery along the meandering road leading to the mount. This destination is the right place for taking photographs, hiking, and camping.
Two check posts, Gajeboh I and Gajeboh II, are located on the slope of the mount for snoozing. And, you may also take a rest in the riverbank located nearby Daik Waterfall. Many visitors usually take a repose in this place while leaning upon the green trees and enjoying the fresh atmosphere around the waterfall. Feel free to experience the sensation of being splashed by the water falling down from the crag above the waterfall.

Once you reach the peak of the mount, situated at an altitude of 1.165 meters, you can take a bird-eye-view at the exotic scenery of Lingga District. You can likewise watch the turquoise sea water surrounding Riau Islands Province from afar.

C. Location

Mount Daik lies in Lingga District, Riau Islands Province, Indonesia.

D. Access

From Tanjungpinang, the capital of Riau Islands Province, you can take ferry ship from Sri Bintan Pura Port to Mepar/dabo Port of Singkep Island. From Mepar Port, it takes approximately 10 minutes to reach Daik Port of Lingga Island by taking pompong traditional boat. Then, succeed your trip to Mount Daik by taking ojek (motorcycle taxi) provided by the “smiling” local people. Soon after you have arrived at the slope of the mount, you can start climbing the mount, but you are suggested to stop climbing in Kandang Babi, which is situated at an altitude of 1.000 meter. You are not allowed to reach the highest peak of the mount since the climbing track is mainly covered with stones, thus it will be dangerous for everyone trying to reach the peak.

E. Ticket Price

Free

F. Accommodations and other Facilities

It is highly recommended to confirm yourself to tour guiders at those check posts so that they can monitor your escapade tour in Mount Daik. Likewise, they will be ready at all times to accompany and guide you during the journey to the peak of the mount.
Stock yourself with enough foods and beverages before the visit to the mount because you will rarely find food stalls around the mount. But, you can find accommodation services in the heart of Lingga District.

Source : Wisata Melayu

Mount Daik, Lingga District - Riau Islands